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Which waves come first P-waves L-waves or S-waves?
P-waves have the highest velocity so arrive first. Please see the related question for further information on the factors affecting seismic wave velocity.
What is the main difference between a P-wave and an S-wave?
Their velocity (P-waves travel more quickly than S-waves) and their mode of propagation (the way they move through the earth). S-waves are transverse waves which move material from side to side (particle motion is normal to direction of travel) whereas P-waves are compression or longitudinal waves where particle motion is parallel to the direction of travel. This means that P-waves can travel through solids, liquids and gasses whereas S-waves can only travel through solids.
When do p and s waves arrive at the same time?
No, the primary (P) waves arrive first.
Which seismic wave travels the slowest?
Surface waves, Secondary waves, Primary waves :) I had this as a science question in school a few weeks ago... hope this helps :) Oh whoops i didnt log in so i did it again.... :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
How are P-waves and S-waves related to earthquakes?
They are the names given to the two types of seismic body waves released when an earthquake occurs. P-waves are known as primary waves as they have the highest verlocity of any seismic waves and so are the first to be recorded by a seismometer and they are longitudinal or compression waves. S-waves are known as secondary waves having a lower velocity than the P-wave and so arriving at a seismometer station after the P-waves. S-waves are transverse or shear waves.
At what velocity do P-waves travel?
Typical values for P-wave velocities within the Earth are between 5 and 8 km/s.However the velocity is dependent on the elastic properties and density of the material through which the wave is travelling.The P-Wave velocity (VP) can be found using the following:VP = Sqrt((K+ (4/3 x G)) /P)Where:K = Bulk modulusG = Shear modulusP = DensityPlease see the related links for more information.
What waves have the highest velocities in earthquakes?
P waves (PRIMARY Waves) have the highest average velocity as they travel through the earth's materials.
Do p waves or s waves have higher velocity?
P waves have a higher velocity than S waves. This is known because P waves (Primary waves) arrive at recording stations faster than all other waves. S waves (Secondary waves) arrive second at recording stations.
Are p-waves faster than s-waves and surface waves?
Yes. P-waves have the highest velocity of all seismic waves and surface waves have the lowest.
Which waves come first P-waves L-waves or S-waves?
P-waves have the highest velocity so arrive first. Please see the related question for further information on the factors affecting seismic wave velocity.
Why can p-waves be thought as push pull waves?
P waves move along a horizontals path, expanding and contracting material.
These waves cause back and forth motion?
The type of seismic waves that cause back and forth motions are P waves. P waves cause particles in material to vibrate back and forth.
What is the main difference between a P-wave and an S-wave?
Their velocity (P-waves travel more quickly than S-waves) and their mode of propagation (the way they move through the earth). S-waves are transverse waves which move material from side to side (particle motion is normal to direction of travel) whereas P-waves are compression or longitudinal waves where particle motion is parallel to the direction of travel. This means that P-waves can travel through solids, liquids and gasses whereas S-waves can only travel through solids.
compressional wave?
this is the waves of p waves that have same direction of waves
Why can p wave be thought of as push pull waves?
P waves move along a horizontals path, expanding and contracting material.
What are waves caused by (transverse waves and so on)?
P-waves and S-waves. P waves are known as Primary waves as they have a high velocity and so are recorded at seismometer stations before Secondary or S-waves. P waves may also be known as pressure waves as they are in fact compression or longitudinal waves. S-waves may also be known as shear waves as they are transverse waves.
Does s waves and p wave have the same velocity?
P waves (primary waves) are longitudinal or compressional waves. In solids, these waves generally travel almost twice as fast as S waves and can travel through any type of material. In air, these pressure waves take the form of sound waves, hence they travel at the speed of sound. Typical speeds are 330 m/s in air, 1450 m/s in water and about 5000 m/s in Granite.S waves (secondary waves) are Transverse_waveversewaves or shear waves, which means that the ground is displaced perpendicularly to the direction of propagation. In the case of horizontally polarized S waves, the ground moves alternately to one side and then the other. S waves can travel only through solids, as fluids (liquids and gases) do not support shear stresses. Their speed is about 60% of that of P waves in a given material. S waves arrive second in a seismic station because of their slower speed.
